Health Fact: DYK Eating Too Much Sugar Ages the Skin?

Aging of the Skin: Excessive sugar intake can accelerate the aging process of the skin through a process called glycation. Glycation occurs when sugar molecules attach to proteins, forming harmful compounds called advanced glycation end products (AGEs). These AGEs damage collagen and elastin, the proteins that keep skin firm and elastic, leading to premature wrinkles and sagging skin. Limiting sugar can help maintain youthful, healthy skin.